Ms Lomas, of Huddersfield Road, Stalybridge, Tameside , appeared at Minshull Street Crown Court on Monday after an initial hearing at Tameside Magistrates' Court on February 1 - the day after she was arrested. She pleaded not guilty to the three charges she faces.

Ms Lomas spoke only to confirm her name and address from the dock - and to deny the offences.

She will face trial on January 3, 2017, with a five day hearing pencilled in.

Ms Lomas will appear before a judge at Minshull Street Crown Court again on October 4, when the particulars of the trial will be arranged.

Judge John Potter extended Ms Lomas' bail until her next court appearance.